It was a Leap Day celebration on "30 Rock" (Thu., 8 p.m. EST on NBC) honoring the famous Leap Day William, who trades tears for candy. If none of this sounds familiar, it's because everyone's favorite madcap Thursday night comedy just made up an entire holiday tradition. But viewers weren't the only ones in the dark. No one could believe that Liz Lemon had never heard of this holiday before.
There was even a movie starring Jim Carrey turning into the fabled Leap Day Williams. "Leap Dave Williams" had a lot in common with "The Santa Clause" in that Carrey's character accidentally began to transform into the Leap Day phenomenon. "Rock" used clips from this film, which also starred Andie McDowell as Carrey's wife who had no idea what was happening to him, to help progress the plotlines of the main character, while also offering a spot-on parody of this tried-and-true type of family holiday film.
In the spirit of the Leap Day holiday, Liz considered taking a leap with an old college mate. He'd apparently harbored a crush on her since those days, and now offered her $20 million to take his virginity. But it was a battle Liz could not win, as the young hot women somehow could smell his horniness and got there before she could go through with it.
Meanwhile, Jack was experiencing a movie of a different sort, as he got his own "Christmas Carol" treatment for Leap Day, with Kenneth showing him that all work and no play makes Jack a pretty crappy father. Jack got the message loud and clear and raced home to spend time with his daughter. Tracy used a Benihana gift card to feed the poor, making his leap the most generous ... even if he nearly overshot the idea with his stream of consciousness thought process.
As unpredictable as ever, "30 Rock" continues on Thursdays at 8 p.m. EST on NBC.
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"Basketball Wives" (8 p.m. EST on VH1) season premiere
In season four of "Basketball Wives" the two new ladies alter the ever-changing landscape and dynamic among these women. Newcomer Kesha Nichols survived every girl's worst nightmare, having her engagement broken off by her ball-playing fiance via email shortly before their wedding. Kenya Bell is in the process of finalizing a divorce from a basketball star and is one of the most notorious and controversial wives in the league, whose infamous reputation is well-known by the other wives. Shaunie O'Neal is on the path to establishing herself as a business mogul. Evelyn Lozada and Jennifer Williams' 12-year friendship is in a precarious position; will it recover from last season's fracture? Strong-willed Tami Roman continues to be a force to be reckoned with both socially and now in business. Royce Reed and Suzie Ketcham attempt to navigate uncharted waters as new chapters open in their lives.
"Basketball Wives" (8 p.m. EST on VH1) season premiere
In season four of "Basketball Wives" the two new ladies alter the ever-changing landscape and dynamic among these women. Newcomer Kesha Nichols survived every girl's worst nightmare, having her engagement broken off by her ball-playing fiance via email shortly before their wedding. Kenya Bell is in the process of finalizing a divorce from a basketball star and is one of the most notorious and controversial wives in the league, whose infamous reputation is well-known by the other wives. Shaunie O'Neal is on the path to establishing herself as a business mogul. Evelyn Lozada and Jennifer Williams' 12-year friendship is in a precarious position; will it recover from last season's fracture? Strong-willed Tami Roman continues to be a force to be reckoned with both socially and now in business. Royce Reed and Suzie Ketcham attempt to navigate uncharted waters as new chapters open in their lives.
"Basketball Wives" (8 p.m. EST on VH1) season premiere
In season four of "Basketball Wives" the two new ladies alter the ever-changing landscape and dynamic among these women. Newcomer Kesha Nichols survived every girl's worst nightmare, having her engagement broken off by her ball-playing fiance via email shortly before their wedding. Kenya Bell is in the process of finalizing a divorce from a basketball star and is one of the most notorious and controversial wives in the league, whose infamous reputation is well-known by the other wives. Shaunie O'Neal is on the path to establishing herself as a business mogul. Evelyn Lozada and Jennifer Williams' 12-year friendship is in a precarious position; will it recover from last season's fracture? Strong-willed Tami Roman continues to be a force to be reckoned with both socially and now in business. Royce Reed and Suzie Ketcham attempt to navigate uncharted waters as new chapters open in their lives.
It was a Leap Day celebration on "30 Rock" (Thu., 8 p.m. EST on NBC) honoring the famous Leap Day William, who trades tears for candy. If none of this sounds familiar, it's because everyone's favorite...
It was a Leap Day celebration on "30 Rock" (Thu., 8 p.m. EST on NBC) honoring the famous Leap Day William, who trades tears for candy. If none of this sounds familiar, it's because everyone's favorite...
It was a Leap Day celebration on "30 Rock" (Thu., 8 p.m. EST on NBC) honoring the famous Leap Day William, who trades tears for candy. If none of this sounds familiar, it's because everyone's favorite...
It was a Leap Day celebration on "30 Rock" (Thu., 8 p.m. EST on NBC) honoring the famous Leap Day William, who trades tears for candy. If none of this sounds familiar, it's because everyone's favorite...
Congratulations Scott Rudin! The mega-producer can now count himself amongst the hallowed EGOT group, after winning a Grammy award this past weekend for best musical...
I want to take the opportunity to state that although my days on network TV may be numbered, I hope 30 Rock goes on forever. Or at least as long as everyone involved desires.
If Jack Donaghy were a real person, what would he give you for father's day? A life-size cut-out of Tom DeLay. I think he may have misunderstood why I keep a life-size cut-out of Sarah Palin.
In the midst of our "30 Rock" grind, a producer says, "We need something special for this Kristin Wiig sketch -- something upbeat!" Before I can respond, I feel the smartphone vibrating in my pocket. I've been informed that my man Lil' Mark is no more.
I love the Emmys with a trusting and unconditional love that basically serves as beer goggles for the heart. If you love bloated, vapid entertainment then you've come to the right place, friend.
Tina Fey recently received an award for social commentary, and it is inarguable that 30 Rock deliberately wrestles with race, class, and gender issues. On race, she is firmly pinned under the weight of her own monster.
First Posted: 02/24/2012 5:13 am Updated: 02/24/2012 10:11 am